The Most Memorable Grammy Performances

By Alyssa – University Of Maryland

The 2011 Grammys are coming up this Sunday and everyone here at CollegeCandy is waiting anxiously to see what new genre-bending collaborations the producers have in store for us this time around. I’ve already called control of the remote and am way ready for some sassy red-carpet fashion (I’m looking at you, Minaj) and some ridiculous musical numbers. And wine. In a box.

The Grammys have always been known for their unique musical pairings: Eminem and Elton John, Stevie Wonder and the JoBros, Beyonce rockin’ out to an Alanis original. The element of surprise is always crucial, and after this past week of paper writing and flash-card flashing, I am so ready to kick back with some Orville Redenbacher and rock out to some bizzaro/awesome mash-ups that I’ll add to my iPod 0.2 seconds after the show is over.

And to pass the time until the big show begins, I’ll just watch some of the most memorable performances from recent Grammy history. With wine. In a box.

Hell Yes:

Mind Blowing:

Well, at least Stevie rocked it….

Almost too much for one stage:

Coolest collaboration ever?

Until you see this one…

What are your favorite performances? Who are you looking forward to seeing perform (there’s quite a list of superstars!) at this year’s Grammys??